Week 23
Baby H is the size of a cob of corn.

23 Weeks exactly - Loving how big Max and my bump are getting!

Max is just about 12" long now! Taking pictures at Publix isn't a new trend, I just happened to be on the cusp of week 23, so I took it at the same time as last week's. I will not be known as the crazy preggo lady at the grocery store.

Gabe can feel Max kick now and I love sharing these moments! Thanks for the pics Andrea!

We passed out early and Andrea took these adorable pics of us :-)

GO USA! The ladies brought home the World Cup this year! What a game!

How far along? 23 Weeks

Maternity clothes: PJs are preferable. I busted out my flannel polka dot pjs for the World cup game because it was pouring outside...and why not? 

Stretch marks? Nope!

Sleep: I am almost back to first trimester sleep again! I've been doing some exercises to strengthen my hips and I think they are helping keep my restless legs at bay!

Best moments this week: 

1) Gabe can feel Max kick now! We decided to stay in on 4th of July and we were curled up on the couch watching TV when Gabe was finally able to feel Max move around. He was surprised and pleased to feel Max's strong movements. Gabe said "oh-oh I think I just felt something!" and the biggest smile lit his face up...and it kept getting bigger as he felt Max move again and again. At one point he was so active my whole belly was moving! It's amazing to share these moments with Gabe, and I try to see if he can feel at least a few every day. My heart is just so full of love for our family of three! 

2) Victory to the US Women's Team. Watching the game was awe-inspiring. At one point I was making dinner and I didn't want to get plates down because I was afraid I would miss another goal! Talk about a crazy game!

3) Andrea's visit! It was great to catch up and just chill together. Tuesday we explored the city and went to Green Truck Pub for lunch. We had a nice long walk around downtown and Forsyth Park, so I don't feel bad about a single calorie...not a single one! Wednesday and Thursday we just relaxed at home and hung out. I took a vacation from grad work for a few days while she was here, so it was a relaxing trip for both of us!   

Miss Anything? Sandwiches

Movement: Gabe can finally feel Max kicking! Max moves throughout the day now, and I love feeling his strong kicks, punches, and rolls. It's so reassuring to feel him growing bigger and stronger each day :-)

Food cravings: Pumpkin Scones and Hot Chocolate (4th of July was rainy and cool), cherries, Mellow Mushroom, and delicious sandwiches (that one will have to wait.). I've been trying to eat healthier and I manage it most of the time, but these lists never seem to reflect that... I promise I'm eating fruit and veggies, salad, lots of whole grains, and real protein!

Anything making you queasy or sick: Nope.

Gender: Our little man!

Labor Signs: No

Symptoms: leg cramps, prominent appearance to veins, increased appetite, vivid dreams, hot flashes, and the best part, ever-growing baby and belly :-) 

Belly Button in or out? In. So far, so good. Hopefully it won't get weird looking!

Wedding rings on or off? On!

Happy or Moody most of the time: So, so happy. We are some blessed people!

Looking forward to: The third trimester! Almost there!